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Canadian singer/songwriter Norine Braun chats about her life, music and inspirations. Musical selections are title cut from her new cd “Conventus,” “How Would We Know” and “99%.” LGBTQ Outreach Coordinator for the Multicultural Efforts to End Sexual Assault (MESA) Skye Brown calls in with further updates about their conference to be held 22 February 10:00 am – 3:00 pm at Sylvia’s Brick Oven in Lafayette IN. bloomingOUT Associate Producer Sarah Hetrick interviews Producer Carol Fischer about the show, its history and her perspectives.

Activist, lecturer, blogger Reverend Irene Monroe chats about black role models in sports and in general, the relevance of black history month and other related topics. LGBTQ Outreach Coordinator for the Multicultural Efforts to end Sexual Assault (MESA) at Purdue University Skye Brown phones in with information about their upcoming Violence Prevention workshop on 22 February in West Lafayette IN. IU Associate Professor of Gender Studies and American Studies Marlon Bailey is in studio to discuss his latest book Butch Queens Up in Pumps: Gender, Performance and Ballroom Culture in Detroit.

Purdue University officials confirmed today that one man was fatally shot and one suspect was taken into custody following a shooting that occurred on campus around noon.

The suspect in custody has been identified as 23-year-old Cody Cousins and the shooting victim as 21-year-old Andrew Boldt, Purdue senior and teaching assistant. Police say Cousins had a prior criminal record.

Following initial reports of the incident, a “shelter in place” directive was issued for the West Lafayette campus.

The order was lifted by 1:15 pm. A university spokesperson confirmed that there were no other suspects.

Classes were then suspended for the remainder of the day as well as all day Wednesday.

Counselling services were also set up to be offered to students in the wake of a fatal shooting.

“Today’s shooting at Purdue University is a tragedy, and our heartfelt condolences go out to the family of the victim and to everyone in the Purdue community,” Gov. Mike Pence said in a statement. “I commend the professionalism of the West Lafayette Police Department in apprehending the suspect and bringing the situation to a swift conclusion. The Indiana State Police are on the scene and will continue to assist local law enforcement with the ongoing investigation.”

A candlelight vigil is scheduled for 8 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 21, near the Engineering Fountain.